FEATURE ARTICLES

Nature inspires a holistic fight against pollution

Berkem showcases the anti-pollution effects of extracts from raspberry leaves and green tea

Endorphin peptide-based wrinkle treatment

Kalichem introduces Peptilift, which is based on an innovative biomimetic endorphin included in a functional delivery system

The ‘solidification’ of liquid shampoos and conditioners

JRS’s new technology means the personal care industry can re-develop a wide range of existing cosmetic formulations into solid forms

Enhancing emotional wellbeing with plant cells

Turmeria Zen from turmeric stem cells acts against stress wrinkles and significantly increases the wellbeing and hydration of stressed skin, say Vytrus

Living the lifestyle dream with sustainable cosmetics

Clare Goodwin of Infinity Ingredients looks at some of the key themes around lifestyle cosmetics and explains why they are here to stay

COVER STORY: Jasmine to connect skin biology and emotions

Caressense™ biofunctional is a phytofermented extract from fresh and organic jasmine flowers, inspired by research on the connection between skin and emotions and the ‘chemistry of love’.

A natural solution for atopic skin

A purified natural active ingredient, composed of oligosaccharides extracted from the roots of mondo grass is able to restore the homeostasis of atopic skin

Transferring pigmentation from forearm to face

Using methods to transfer pigmentation digitally from volunteers’ inner forearms to their faces can help to predict facial pigmentation reactions

Improving hair thickening with amaranth peptides

A new peptide composition, rich in phenylalanine and histidine amino acids and with a low average molecular weight, can help reinforce hair’s structural integrity and tensile strength

Transcending skin ethics with a new ethos

Provital has launched a multifunctional active developed around an internationally recognised ethical initiative in Mexico

COP-26: Sustainable cosmetics on show

Natura-Tec participated at COP-26 to demonstrate a sustainable, responsible and forward-looking collaborative approach within the cosmetics industry

Avocado polyphenols for dark circles and eye bags

In vitro studies have demonstrated the biological activity of avocado extract with high polyphenol content in a key area of eye care and these have been confirmed by two clinical studies

Transforming a botanical with sub-critical water

Lipotec has developed an extract of the ‘resurrection plant’ and transformed it using sub-critical water technology to generate a novel active ingredient

Opacity, viscosity, structure or body

Koster Keunen’s waxes are indicated for use in all cosmetic formulations, and their different properties allow cosmetic formulators to control the outcome of their finished formulas

Hydroalcoholic hand sanitisers in the COVID era

The use of hydroalcoholic hand sanitisers has turned into a necessary part of our personal care routine and our daily life.

Personal care hygiene, now and forever?

The early days of pandemic saw a huge spike in online discussions about the importance of hygiene. What is the current thinking two years on?

Hand sanitisers for COVID protection and more

The editor, Dr Andrew Warmington, reports from the in-cosmetics Formulation summit in London last November

COVER STORY: Natural, waterless & sustainable hair products

Natura-Tec’s commitment to drive the CLEAN BEAUTY philosophy and to offer alternatives to synthetic products responds to this new consumer demand.

COVER STORY: Revitalise regeneration for anti-ageing effects

Regeneration is the innate capacity of living beings to repair themselves by the beneficial use of their own resources. Preserving this property is a key strategy for ageing well and in good health.

A biodegradable, broadspectrum antibacterial

Vertellus looks at an effective antibacterial agent that is applicable in a variety of formulations and has activity against many microorganisms

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